John Robbins

John Robbins is a prominent author renowned for his influential works, including *The New Good Life: Living Better Than Ever in an Age of Less*. His other notable books encompass the international bestseller *Diet for a New America: How Your Food Choices Affect Your Health, Happiness, and the Future of Life on Earth*, *The Food Revolution: How Your Diet Can Help Save Your Life and Our World*, *Healthy at 100: The Scientifically Proven Secrets of the World’s Healthiest and Longest-Lived Peoples*, *The Awakened Heart: Meditations on Finding Harmony in a Changing World*, and *Reclaiming Our Health: Exploding the Medical Myth and Embracing the Source of True Healing*. His impactful writing has garnered extensive media coverage, with features in major publications such as The New York Times, The Washington Post, and The Los Angeles Times, as well as an hour-long PBS special based on his work.

Born into the Baskin-Robbins ice cream dynasty, Robbins chose to forgo the wealth and legacy of his family to pursue a vision of a compassionate and sustainable society. He is recognized as a leading advocate for ethical living and environmental consciousness, having spoken at significant conferences held by organizations like the United Nations and the Sierra Club. His accolades include the Rachel Carson Award, the Albert Schweitzer Humanitarian Award, and the Courage of Conscience Award from the Peace Abbey. Robbins also actively contributes to various non-profit boards, including EarthSave International and YES!, focusing on sustainable living and youth empowerment. He resides in the hills near Santa Cruz, California, with his family, living in a solar-powered home dedicated to environmental stewardship.